Charlize Theron shares her 5 favourite Holiday Destinations

Charlize Theron, one of People magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People in the World, is a South African actress who has made her mark in Hollywood. Her first role was in the 1995 B-movie Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest, a non-speaking role that lasted three seconds. Her subsequent appearance, as Helga Svelgen in 1996's 2 Days in the Valley, got her the part of Tina Powers in That Thing You Do! (1996). She has since appeared in films such as The Devil's Advocate (1997), Mighty Joe Young (1998), The Cider House Rules (1999), The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000), and The Italian Job (2003). (2003). In  2004, for her role in Monster, she earned her first Academy Award, the Best Actress Oscar. Charlize is a supporter of animal rights and has starred in an anti-fur PETA advertisements.

Charlize considers California as a fantastic destination for a variety of reasons. With its long coastline encompassing glamourous beaches, redwood forests, Sierra Nevada mountains, Central Valley farmland and the Majove desert; the state offers a huge variety of landscape. The Napa Valley, one of the largest wine growing regions in the World, is a huge draw for wine lovers. The area has a host of wineries offering wine tasting tours and excursions. The city of Los Angeles is the epicenter of the US film industry and also home to Disneyland, one of the largest theme parks in the World, attracting millions of tourists to the city each year. One of Charlize's favourite memories of California was taking the harbour cruise from San Diego, offering top-notch sight lines of the San Diego skyline, a cruise under Coronado Bridge, a look at the bustling US Naval fleet and a chance to spot some of the harbor’s resident sea lions.

Paris is considered to be the most romantic city on earth; and for a good reason as Charlize explains. This gorgeous city is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the river Siene. With historical monuments, museums and art galleries, the city has an unmatched appeal making it a magnet for tourists from across the globe. Her most memorable excursion was taking a river cruise in Siene. A highly recommended activity for tourists, the cruise provides a holistic exposure to the panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and various iconic sights of the city. Enjoy local wines, delicious local foods and the company of fellow travelers as you cruise along the gorgeous Siene, taking in the best that Paris has to offer. For history lovers, no better place to visit than the world famous Louvre museum - with a collection that spans work from ancient civilizations to the 19th Century. It has one of the largest collection of paintings in the World, including masterpieces by Italian renaissance painters such as Leonardo da Vinci. The Palace of Versailles, one of the grandest palaces in Europe, is another monument worth your visit while traveling to Paris.

India is more of a congregation of countries than a single country in itself. Charlize had an opportunity to the Southern state of Kerala, also known as 'God's own country' for its exquisite natural beauty, a network of waterways, mouth watering cuisine and a glorious heritage. Charlize thoroughly enjoyed her stay on a luxury houseboat floating around the backwaters of Kerala, enjoying the lush palm-fringed landscape, diverse wildlife, and local villages lining them. This journey takes one back in time as the nature is as pristine as it comes and one gets to witness a lifestyle that has not changed drastically in hundreds of years. Kerala is also home to many Ayurvedic spas and resorts, given its abundant supply of medicinal plants. One can book any one of their offered treatments, like an oil massage or Shirodhara, a relaxing treatment that involves dripping warm oil onto the forehead that's used to treat insomnia, tinnitus, neurological disorders, and psoriasis. A truly unique experience, Kerala is a paradise where one can relax and rejuvenate with a refreshing getaway.

Charlize had a wonderful time on her vacation in Saint Lucia, an exotic eastern Caribbean Island Nation popular for its volcanic beaches, reefs, fishing villages and luxury resorts. Its spectacular beaches and rustic hiking trails attract millions of tourists to this amazing island. One of her most precious memories was taking a catamaran cruise from the capital city of Castries sailing down the west coast of Saint Lucia and to the town of Soufrière, home of the majestic Pitons, with a guided tour through the volcano and the Toraille Waterfalls. St. Lucia offers a wide range of water sports activities, be it snorkeling, scuba diving or kayaking. Nature lovers can take a long hike through the rainforests, exploring the rich flora, fauna and wildlife of these incredible island. There are a plethora of pubs and restaurants in Castries and other cities, which provide a fantastic option to simply chill out and enjoy the local food and also make up for a fantastic nightlife for tourists traveling to Saint Lucia.

Charlize finds Japan one of the most fascinating cultures in the World. The land of the rising sun, as it is fondly called, is known for its glorious heritage, enticing landscape, scenic country and mouth watering cuisine. It has a legacy of distinctive gardens, sculpture, poetry and unique sports such as Sumo wrestling. Charlize found the nightlife of Tokyo ravishing, and had a fantastic time visiting the various izakaya or local Japanese bars. These are great places to mingle with locals and enjoy traditional Japanese food items, which are usually not served in fancy restaurants. One of her most distinct memories was watching a Sumo Wrestling match in Ryogoku Kokugikan stadium in Tokyo. The sheer excitement of the event and the uniqueness of this sport makes it a must watch event. Japan is also a fantastic place to visit ancient Buddhist & Taoist temples, that co-exist in harmony with the modern progressive society of today's Japan.